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Community Support Specialist

2 months ago

Washington, United States Catholic Charities of The Archdiocese of Washington Full time
About the Role

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Peer Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. As a Peer Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing individualized support and services to consumers, promoting their recovery and overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Services
    • Teach Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in areas such as personal hygiene, grooming, and self-care, including housekeeping and cooking.
    • Provide one-on-one support in office and community settings, including weekly meetings to enhance consumer participation in preventing predictable problems and managing treatment of physical and mental illnesses.
    • Travel to and from various appointments.
    • Support consumers in stressful situations.
    • Teach coping skills and community integration skills.
    • Assist consumers with acquiring Medicaid, Social Security, housing, and other benefits.
    • Assist consumers in establishing relationships with family members.
    • Facilitate Peer Support Groups for individuals with co-occurring and substance abuse disorders.
  • Maintain Productivity and Documentation
    • Document all services in the electronic database by close of business following the date of service.
    • Review daily service encounters and progress notes no less than weekly.
  • Support ACT Team Members
    • Provide support to ACT team members in areas of peer recovery, rehabilitation, and treatment to promote a culture reflecting the consumer's point of view.
    • Assist in developing and implementing strengths, educational, and employment opportunities as identified in the individual recovery plan.
    • Foster connections with faith-based organizations, self-help groups, and mutual support groups.
    • Participate in weekly and/or situational supervisory sessions with Team Lead to review consumer health goals/progress, assess intervention techniques, and further develop skill in health education.
    • Attend daily morning meetings and clinical rounds as appropriate.
    • Maintain adherence to all policies and procedures consistent with the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) and the principles and practices of the ACT Fidelity Model.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalency.
  • Peer training program and active Peer Specialist certification from the DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Peer Specialist certification in another state must be approved by DBH.
  • 2 years' experience working in a social services environment.
  • Driving is required. Must have a valid local driver's license and a clean driving record.
Skills and Competencies
  • Oral, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Problem-solving skills. Skills in co-occurring disorders treatment.